Family Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Edinburgh is seeking a Family Solicitor with over 2 years of PQE in family law. The role involves providing expert advice on matters such as divorce, child law, and cohabitation agreements. The successful candidate will work in a supportive team environment, handling complex cases while maintaining a thoughtful and empathetic approach. This position offers a balanced working culture with opportunities for professional development and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Exposure to complex cases

Opportunities for professional development

Balanced professional culture

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' PQE with experience in family law.
• Thoughtful, empathetic approach to client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage cases independently.
• Commitment to delivering clear advice in sensitive circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on divorce, separation, and financial provision.
• Assist with child law matters including residence and contact.
• Draft cohabitation and prenuptial agreements.
• Handle cases with cross-border elements.
• Engage in mediation and collaborative law.

Skills

Family law expertise

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent case management

Empathetic client relationship

Education

2+ years PQE in family law

Job description

Family Solicitor

Join a distinguished team supporting clients through life's most important decisions.

A new opportunity has arisen for a family solicitor (2+ years' to join a leading private client practice in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to contribute to a team renowned for its sensitive, thoughtful, and solutions-focused approach to family law.

The Role

You will work closely with experienced colleagues on a diverse range of matters, providing clear and considered advice to clients at key moments in their lives. Work will include:

• Divorce, separation, and financial provision
• Child law, including residence, contact, and relocation
• Cohabitation and prenuptial agreements
• Cases with cross-border or international elements
• Opportunities to engage in mediation and collaborative law

This position offers meaningful client contact, high-quality work, and the opportunity to develop a long-term, trusted adviser role within a respected team.

About You

You will demonstrate:

• At least 2 years' PQE with experience in family law
• A thoughtful, empathetic, and measured approach to client relationships
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage cases independently, supported by a collaborative team
• A commitment to delivering clear, well-reasoned advice in often sensitive circumstances

What's on Offer?

• A supportive environment within a highly regarded family law team
• Exposure to complex and rewarding work
• The opportunity to develop and progress within a respected private client-focused practice
• A balanced and professional working culture, including hybrid options

For more information, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion.